Bring exotic elegance to your garden with Orange Paphiopedilum, an heirloom orchid variety admired for its unique slipper-shaped blooms and vibrant orange color. Ideal for container planting, indoor orchid displays, or shaded garden spots, this low-maintenance plant is perfect for gardeners seeking a striking and unusual flower. Its hardy nature ensures reliable growth and long-lasting blooms with minimal care.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Perennial orchid
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Height/Spread: 12 – 24 inches tall, compact growth habit
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Flower Color: Bright orange, slipper-shaped blooms
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Light Requirement: Partial shade to bright indirect light
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Soil Type: Well-draining orchid mix or soil enriched with bark and perlite
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Special Traits: Low-maintenance, exotic appearance, pollinator-friendly, long-lasting blooms
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Seed Type: Open-pollinated, Heirloom, Non-GMO
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Sowing Time: Sow indoors in a warm, shaded environment any time of the year.
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Soil Preparation: Use a well-draining orchid mix with good aeration.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds lightly on the surface; do not cover deeply.
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Spacing: Space seedlings 6 – 12 inches apart in containers for optimal growth.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.
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Germination Period: 2 – 4 weeks under optimal light and temperature conditions.
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Care: Provide filtered light, maintain humidity, and remove dead leaves or spent flowers to encourage healthy growth.
